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put up a fence in the back yard and had covered the holes in the roof with tarps. These measures were taken as a temporary fix until such time that Mr. Larkin could return to Paris and begin making improvements himself. He did agree that the back porch does need to be removed. Randy Roam of 1734 Margaret Paris, TX spoke as to the condition of the house. He owns two other properties on Margaret. He believes that the original house is structurally sound but portions that have been added on are deteriorated. Mr. Roam expressed concern in regards to the amount of money it is going to take repair this property. Mr. Larkin would like the opportunity to repair the rear structure and if he deems it un- repairable then to use what is salvageable to use on the front structure. Robert Talley's recommendation: 90 days to repair roof on both structures, remove back porch and secure all windows and doors Motion was made by Wendell Moore, seconded by Ryan Lassiter to follow Robert Talley's recommendation for the property owner to repair roof on both structures, remove back porch and secure all windows and doors. Motion carried unanimously. 7 -0 A. 134 SW 1st; Lot 4, City Block 5 Owner: Truby Family Revocable Trust 7500 SW 63`d Ave, South Miami, FL 33143 -4657 Robert Talley stated that he has spoken and exchanged emails with the property owner. Renter was to come and talk to Mr. Talley and never did. Owner has stated that he will be coming to Paris this summer but have not heard from him as to when. Don Wilson asked John Lestock if the city ordinance did not allow the city to repair the structure and place a lien on the property. Mr. Lestock stated that he does not recall the city ever repairing property. Mr. Zack Saffle stated that the violation letter says the Commission can order the property owner to repair but that the city only can vacate, secure, remove or demolish the structure. Mr. Wilson asked Mr. Talley to look into the wording of the ordinance and possibly changing the wording of the violation letter Robert Talley's recommendation: since this property has appeared before the Commission previously and the owner still has not made the necessary repairs to begin assessing a civil penalty of $10.00 per day starting immediately. Motion was made by Johnny Norris, seconded by Zack Saffle to follow Robert Talley's recommendation to assess a civil penalty of $10.00 effective immediately. Motion carried unanimously. 7 -0 B. 323 & 329 NE 1st; Lot 3, City Block B Owner: Geraldine Fuller, 1400 W Washington Apt 1103 Paris, TX 75460 Robert Talley stated that Mrs. Fuller came to his office and stated that she has everything she wants out of the house and is afraid to go anywhere near the property. Robert Talley's recommendation: 30 days to demolish if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a $1000 per day civil penalty. Motion was made by Ryan Lassiter, seconded by Wendell Moore to follow Robert Talley's recommendation for the property owner to demolish the property in 30 days, if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a